Jane Wiedlin
Jane Wiedlin
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Jane Marie Wiedlin was born on May 20, 1958, in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. She is commonly known as Jane Wiedlin or "Fabulous Miss 'M'."
Birth and Death Dates
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May 20, 1958 (birth date)
Still active today
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American musician, singer, songwriter, artist, and activist.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in a middle-class family in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, Jane Wiedlin developed an interest in music from a young age. She began taking piano lessons at the age of five and started playing guitar when she was 12 years old. After graduating from high school, Wiedlin moved to Chicago to pursue a career in music.
Major Accomplishments
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Jane Wiedlin is best known as the guitarist and backing vocalist for The Go-Go's, an all-female rock band that rose to fame in the early 1980s. The group's debut album, Beauty and the Beat (1981), was a massive commercial success, spawning hits like "We Got the Beat" and "Our Lips Are Sealed." Wiedlin's distinctive vocals and guitar playing were key elements of the band's sound.
In addition to her work with The Go-Go's, Wiedlin has released several solo albums, including Fever (1996) and Rouge (2001). She has also collaborated with other artists, such as Prince and Stevie Nicks.
Notable Works or Actions
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Jane Wiedlin has been an outspoken advocate for various social causes throughout her career. In the 1980s, she was involved in a high-profile campaign to ban the use of animal fur in the fashion industry. She has also supported organizations like Amnesty International and PETA.
In recent years, Wiedlin has turned her attention to visual art, exhibiting her paintings and sculptures in galleries around the world.
Impact and Legacy
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Jane Wiedlin's impact on popular music cannot be overstated. As a member of The Go-Go's, she helped pave the way for future generations of female rock musicians. Her innovative guitar playing and distinctive vocals have influenced countless artists, including iconic bands like Blondie and Fleetwood Mac.
Wiedlin's commitment to social activism has also left a lasting legacy, inspiring fans around the world to get involved in causes they care about.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Jane Wiedlin is widely quoted or remembered for her trailblazing work as a female rock musician and her unwavering commitment to social justice. Her unique blend of artistic talent, intelligence, and activism has made her a true icon in the entertainment industry.
As a pioneering figure in popular music, Jane Wiedlin continues to inspire new generations of musicians and fans alike. Her legacy serves as a reminder that women can achieve greatness in any field they choose, with determination and hard work.
Quotes by Jane Wiedlin
It’s one thing to be twenty and touring the world, but doing it in your forties, you wake up with aches and pains.
Sometimes I would write something that was so private, people would say, ‘Make it more universal.’ I never liked that idea. I always thought the more personal a song was, the more people would want to hear it.
I’ve always gravitated towards songwriting that happens easily and spontaneously, because those have always been my best songs.
A lot of comic conventions go way beyond comic books and include other parts of pop culture, like celebrities and science fiction and movies and books. So I go to them either as a celebrity, or as a fan, because I’m a big sci-fi geek.
I used to think when I was in the Go-Go’s that we were as wild as any of the boy bands.
What I’ve found – and the older I get, the more I understand this and stand behind it – is, my whole life has been an exploration of telling the truth. It’s scary to be truthful, and it’s scary to reveal yourself, and I’m very attracted to doing things that scare me.
It’s just better to promote love and fairness and equality than it is to promote something you think is based on your religious beliefs.
It’s too heart-wrenching doing the solo thing. I throw myself into it and get so excited, and then 2000 people buy it and you’re, like, ‘Oh. I guess it’s not that good after all.’